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Vintage Art Deco Bird Ring Conversion Platinum Sz 8.75 Diamond Sapphire Ruby
Vintage Art Deco Bird Ring Conversion Platinum Sz 8.75 Diamond Sapphire Ruby

Vintage Art Deco Bird Ring Conversion Platinum Sz 8.75 Diamond Sapphire Ruby

Located in Torrance, CA

Originally an antique Art Deco era stick pin (circa 1920s to 1930s), the diamond ring is crafted in

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Sapphire, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Antique 2.62 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Ring Circa 1935
Antique 2.62 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Ring Circa 1935

Antique 2.62 Carat Diamond and Platinum Solitaire Ring Circa 1935

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

card for the supporting stones. This 1930s diamond solitaire engagement ring in platinum is a superb

Category

Vintage 1930s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Bulgari Diamond Emerald Trombino Gold ring, CA. 1970s
Bulgari Diamond Emerald Trombino Gold ring, CA. 1970s

Bulgari Diamond Emerald Trombino Gold ring, CA. 1970s

By Bulgari

Located in Napoli, NA

Important Bulgari Diamond Emerald Trombino Ring, ca. 1970s, made in Rome Bulgari Emerald and

Category

Late 20th Century Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Gold, Yellow Gold

Art Deco Burmese Ruby OMC Diamond Ring 14K Gold Antique Wedding Engagement Ring
Art Deco Burmese Ruby OMC Diamond Ring 14K Gold Antique Wedding Engagement Ring

Art Deco Burmese Ruby OMC Diamond Ring 14K Gold Antique Wedding Engagement Ring

Located in New York, NY

Art Deco setting in 14 Karat Yellow Gold. The three stone design of the period Art Deco ring with the

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Vintage Belais Art Deco Diamond Ring 1.38ct 14k White Gold Fine Jewelry
Vintage Belais Art Deco Diamond Ring 1.38ct 14k White Gold Fine Jewelry

Vintage Belais Art Deco Diamond Ring 1.38ct 14k White Gold Fine Jewelry

By Belais

Located in Torrance, CA

Elegant & finely detailed Belais Art Deco era ring (circa 1920s to 1930s) crafted in 14k white gold

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Art Deco Diamond Engagement Ring 14k Gold Filigree Mine Cut Jewelry
Vintage Art Deco Diamond Engagement Ring 14k Gold Filigree Mine Cut Jewelry

Vintage Art Deco Diamond Engagement Ring 14k Gold Filigree Mine Cut Jewelry

Located in Torrance, CA

Elegant & finely detailed Art Deco era ring (circa 1920s to 1930s), crafted in 14 karat white gold

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Art Deco Diamond Emerald Ring Sz 7.75 14k Gold Engagement Bridal Jewelry
Vintage Art Deco Diamond Emerald Ring Sz 7.75 14k Gold Engagement Bridal Jewelry

Vintage Art Deco Diamond Emerald Ring Sz 7.75 14k Gold Engagement Bridal Jewelry

Located in Torrance, CA

Finely detailed vintage Art Deco diamond & emerald ring (circa 1920s to 1930s) crafted in 14k white

Category

Early 20th Century American Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Emerald, Gold, 14k Gold, White Gold

Vintage 1.22ct Emerald & Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Ring
Vintage 1.22ct Emerald & Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Ring

Vintage 1.22ct Emerald & Diamond 14K Yellow Gold Ring

Located in Scotts Valley, CA

the 1930-1940's. Vintage emerald and diamond ring set in 14K yellow gold, with white gold setting

Category

Early 20th Century European Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique 1.92 Carat Diamond and White Gold Full Eternity Ring
Antique 1.92 Carat Diamond and White Gold Full Eternity Ring

Antique 1.92 Carat Diamond and White Gold Full Eternity Ring

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A fine and impressive antique 1930's 1.92 carat diamond and 18k white gold full eternity ring; part

Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Bridal Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Snake Twist Ring
Antique Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Snake Twist Ring

Antique Sapphire and Diamond Yellow Gold Snake Twist Ring

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

each stone. Condition This antique 1930s snake ring is exceptional quality set with a blue sapphire

Category

20th Century Unknown Fashion Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Sapphire, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Deco Diamond Ring Platinum 14 Karat Gold Engagement OEC Vintage Jewelry
Antique Deco Diamond Ring Platinum 14 Karat Gold Engagement OEC Vintage Jewelry

Antique Deco Diamond Ring Platinum 14 Karat Gold Engagement OEC Vintage Jewelry

Located in Torrance, CA

Elegant & finely detailed Art Deco era ring (circa 1920s to 1930s), crafted in 900 platinum & 14k

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Platinum

Antique 3.00 Carat Diamond and Platinum Full Eternity Ring Circa 1935
Antique 3.00 Carat Diamond and Platinum Full Eternity Ring Circa 1935

Antique 3.00 Carat Diamond and Platinum Full Eternity Ring Circa 1935

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

representation of this stunning 3 carat diamond eternity ring in platinum. Diamond Quality Color (average grades

Category

Vintage 1930s Band Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Art Deco 0.54 Carat Emerald 0.24 Carat Diamond Platinum Ring
Art Deco 0.54 Carat Emerald 0.24 Carat Diamond Platinum Ring

Art Deco 0.54 Carat Emerald 0.24 Carat Diamond Platinum Ring

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A fine and impressive antique 0.54 carat emerald and 0.24 carat diamond, platinum cocktail ring

Category

20th Century Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Emerald, Platinum

1970s Cultured Pearl and Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring
1970s Cultured Pearl and Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring

1970s Cultured Pearl and Diamond White Gold Cocktail Ring

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

A fine and impressive antique cultured pearl and 0.18 carat diamond, 18k white gold cocktail ring

Category

Vintage 1970s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, 18k Gold, White Gold

Vintage Art Deco Diamond Pearl Ring Moi et Toi 14k Gold Sz 9 Engagement Band
Vintage Art Deco Diamond Pearl Ring Moi et Toi 14k Gold Sz 9 Engagement Band

Vintage Art Deco Diamond Pearl Ring Moi et Toi 14k Gold Sz 9 Engagement Band

Located in Torrance, CA

Finely detailed vintage Art Deco era diamond & cultured pearl 'moi et toi' ring crafted in 14k

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Pearl, Cultured Pearl, Gold, 14k Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Deco 1 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring 14 Karat Gold Filigree Fine Vintage
Antique Deco 1 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring 14 Karat Gold Filigree Fine Vintage

Antique Deco 1 Carat Diamond Engagement Ring 14 Karat Gold Filigree Fine Vintage

Located in Torrance, CA

Elegant & finely detailed Art Deco era ring (circa 1920s to 1930s), crafted in 14 karat white gold

Category

Early 20th Century Unknown Art Deco Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

1920 Art Deco Platinum Ring with 3.00 Cts in Diamonds and Rubies
1920 Art Deco Platinum Ring with 3.00 Cts in Diamonds and Rubies

1920 Art Deco Platinum Ring with 3.00 Cts in Diamonds and Rubies

Located in Aventura, FL

rich red rubies. • Period: Art Deco (1920s-1930s) • Metal: Platinum • Stones: Diamonds & Rubies • Ring

Category

Vintage 1920s Art Deco Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, White Diamond, Ruby, Platinum

Antique  Ring natural Tourmaline Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø5.5 /3g
Antique  Ring natural Tourmaline Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø5.5 /3g

Antique Ring natural Tourmaline Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø5.5 /3g

Located in SE

Old Swedsih Toi et Moi Ring hand - made ca. 1920s - 1930s. Fragmented Swedish hallmarks, 18K

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Tourmaline, 18k Gold

Antique 1.35 Carat Sapphire and 0.90 Carat Diamond, Platinum Ring Circa 1935
Antique 1.35 Carat Sapphire and 0.90 Carat Diamond, Platinum Ring Circa 1935

Antique 1.35 Carat Sapphire and 0.90 Carat Diamond, Platinum Ring Circa 1935

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

ring shank. This 1930s sapphire and diamond ring has been independently tested using state of the art

Category

Vintage 1930s Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Platinum

Art Deco Marquise Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring  mounted in Platinum
Art Deco Marquise Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring  mounted in Platinum

Art Deco Marquise Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring mounted in Platinum

Located in OVIEDO, AS

Art Deco Marquise Blue Sapphire and Diamond Ring mounted in Platinum. Ca.1925 Art Deco platinum

Category

Early 20th Century Spanish Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Blue Sapphire, Platinum

Platinum Diamond Art Deco Ring - Mine Cut .30ctw Vintage Milgrain Filigree
Platinum Diamond Art Deco Ring - Mine Cut .30ctw Vintage Milgrain Filigree

Platinum Diamond Art Deco Ring - Mine Cut .30ctw Vintage Milgrain Filigree

Located in Greensboro, NC

- 1930s Metal Content: Platinum Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .20ct Cut: Mine Color: I

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Platinum

Old Austrian Ring Diamonds 14K Yellow White Gold Ø7.75US/ 2.5gr
Old Austrian Ring Diamonds 14K Yellow White Gold Ø7.75US/ 2.5gr

Old Austrian Ring Diamonds 14K Yellow White Gold Ø7.75US/ 2.5gr

Located in SE

Ring from early 1920's -1930s hand - made in Wiena , Austria. Austrian period hallmarks on the band

Category

Vintage 1920s Austrian Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold

Antique German Ring Diamonds solid 14K Gold Ø 8.75 US/ 1.8gr
Antique German Ring Diamonds solid 14K Gold Ø 8.75 US/ 1.8gr

Antique German Ring Diamonds solid 14K Gold Ø 8.75 US/ 1.8gr

Located in SE

Antique German Ring featuring an elegant frame in solid 14K Yellow and White Gold decorated with 3

Category

Vintage 1930s German Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Yellow Gold Spinel Tourmaline Diamond Art Deco Ring - 14k Oval 3.25ctw Vintage
Yellow Gold Spinel Tourmaline Diamond Art Deco Ring - 14k Oval 3.25ctw Vintage

Yellow Gold Spinel Tourmaline Diamond Art Deco Ring - 14k Oval 3.25ctw Vintage

Located in Greensboro, NC

: 1920s - 1930s Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Spinel Carat

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, Spinel, Tourmaline, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

White Gold Diamond Art Deco Solitaire Engagement Ring 18k Euro .26ct Vintage
White Gold Diamond Art Deco Solitaire Engagement Ring 18k Euro .26ct Vintage

White Gold Diamond Art Deco Solitaire Engagement Ring 18k Euro .26ct Vintage

Located in Greensboro, NC

- 1930s Metal Content: 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .26ct Cut: European

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Ring Diamonds solid 14K Rose White Gold Ø US7.75 / 2.04gr
Antique Ring Diamonds solid 14K Rose White Gold Ø US7.75 / 2.04gr

Antique Ring Diamonds solid 14K Rose White Gold Ø US7.75 / 2.04gr

Located in SE

European Ring from ca. 1920s -1930s with crown in White Gold on 14K Rose Gold band. Nine Diamonds

Category

Vintage 1930s European Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond Art Deco Engagement Ring - 14k Rose .21ctw Vintage MIlgrain
Yellow Gold Diamond Art Deco Engagement Ring - 14k Rose .21ctw Vintage MIlgrain

Yellow Gold Diamond Art Deco Engagement Ring - 14k Rose .21ctw Vintage MIlgrain

Located in Greensboro, NC

- 1930s Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

White Gold Diamond Art Deco Solitaire Engagement Ring 14k European .20ct Vintage
White Gold Diamond Art Deco Solitaire Engagement Ring 14k European .20ct Vintage

White Gold Diamond Art Deco Solitaire Engagement Ring 14k European .20ct Vintage

Located in Greensboro, NC

- 1930s Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .20ct Cut: European

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

Yellow Gold Diamond Retro Solitaire Engagement Ring 14k & 18k Rnd .12ct Vintage
Yellow Gold Diamond Retro Solitaire Engagement Ring 14k & 18k Rnd .12ct Vintage

Yellow Gold Diamond Retro Solitaire Engagement Ring 14k & 18k Rnd .12ct Vintage

Located in Greensboro, NC

- 1940s Metal Content: 14k Yellow Gold & 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Engagement Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

White Gold Diamond Art Deco Ring - 18k European Cut .28ctw Vintage Filigree
White Gold Diamond Art Deco Ring - 18k European Cut .28ctw Vintage Filigree

White Gold Diamond Art Deco Ring - 18k European Cut .28ctw Vintage Filigree

Located in Greensboro, NC

Content: 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamond Carat(s): .18ct Cut: European Color: H Clarity

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold

Antique Halo Ring natural Ruby Diamonds 18K Gold Platinum ØUS 6.75 /2.2gr
Antique Halo Ring natural Ruby Diamonds 18K Gold Platinum ØUS 6.75 /2.2gr

Antique Halo Ring natural Ruby Diamonds 18K Gold Platinum ØUS 6.75 /2.2gr

Located in SE

Beautiful German Halo Ring with parts in solid 18K Yellow Gold and Platinum. Ca. 1920s -1930s

Category

Vintage 1920s Swedish Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Ruby, 18k Gold, Platinum

1930s 39.82 Carat Cabochon Cut Amethyst Green Enamel Gold Jewelry Set
1930s 39.82 Carat Cabochon Cut Amethyst Green Enamel Gold Jewelry Set

1930s 39.82 Carat Cabochon Cut Amethyst Green Enamel Gold Jewelry Set

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

from the 1930s is supplied with two independent diamond grading report cards, one for the ring, and one

Category

Vintage 1930s Unknown Cocktail Rings

Materials

Amethyst, 18k Gold, Yellow Gold, Gold, Enamel

Antique German Ring Emerald Diamond solid 14K Yellow Gold Ø 6.75US / 3gr
Antique German Ring Emerald Diamond solid 14K Yellow Gold Ø 6.75US / 3gr

Antique German Ring Emerald Diamond solid 14K Yellow Gold Ø 6.75US / 3gr

Located in SE

Art Deco period German Ring with Emerald and Diamonds. Eye - shaped crown measures 14 mm x 6 mm x

Category

Vintage 1930s Swedish Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, 18k Gold, Silver

Yellow Gold Chalcedony Diamond Art Deco Ring - 18k Flat Cut Corner Rect Vintage
Yellow Gold Chalcedony Diamond Art Deco Ring - 18k Flat Cut Corner Rect Vintage

Yellow Gold Chalcedony Diamond Art Deco Ring - 18k Flat Cut Corner Rect Vintage

Located in Greensboro, NC

- 1930s Metal Content: 18k Yellow Gold & 18k White Gold Stone Information Natural Chalcedony Cut: Flat

Category

21st Century and Contemporary Cocktail Rings

Materials

Chalcedony, Diamond, 18k Gold, White Gold, Yellow Gold

Antique Danish Halo Ring 1 ct Sapphire 1.5ctw Diamonds 18K Gold Ø5.25/7gr
Antique Danish Halo Ring 1 ct Sapphire 1.5ctw Diamonds 18K Gold Ø5.25/7gr

Antique Danish Halo Ring 1 ct Sapphire 1.5ctw Diamonds 18K Gold Ø5.25/7gr

Located in SE

old European cut Diamonds. This ring originates from DK, hand-made ca. 1920s -1930s. Not hallmarked

Category

Vintage 1920s Danish Art Deco Cluster Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, 18k Gold

Antique Halo Ring 0.6ct Sapphire 0.32ct Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø12.5US/ 7.3 gr
Antique Halo Ring 0.6ct Sapphire 0.32ct Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø12.5US/ 7.3 gr

Antique Halo Ring 0.6ct Sapphire 0.32ct Diamonds solid 18K Gold Ø12.5US/ 7.3 gr

Located in SE

featuring natural Blue Sapphire and 8 Diamonds. No hallmarks, European made ca 1900 s - 1930s. Floret

Category

Early 20th Century European Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Sapphire, Silver, 18k Gold

Antique German Cluster Ring Diamonds 14K Yellow Gold Silver Ø US7.5/ 6 gr
Antique German Cluster Ring Diamonds 14K Yellow Gold Silver Ø US7.5/ 6 gr

Antique German Cluster Ring Diamonds 14K Yellow Gold Silver Ø US7.5/ 6 gr

Located in SE

German cluster Ring ca 1920s- 1930s with carved band and shoulders in solid 14ct Yellow /Orange

Category

Vintage 1920s German Art Deco Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Yellow Sapphire, Silver, 14k Gold

White Gold Diamond Art Deco Wedding Band - 14k Single Cut .18ctw
White Gold Diamond Art Deco Wedding Band - 14k Single Cut .18ctw

White Gold Diamond Art Deco Wedding Band - 14k Single Cut .18ctw

Located in Greensboro, NC

- 1940s Metal Content: 14k White Gold Stone Information Natural Diamonds Carat(s): .18ctw Cut: Single

Category

Vintage 1930s Wedding Rings

Materials

Diamond, 14k Gold, White Gold

6.17 Carat High Zircon Solitaire Engagment Ring in 18k White Gold
6.17 Carat High Zircon Solitaire Engagment Ring in 18k White Gold

6.17 Carat High Zircon Solitaire Engagment Ring in 18k White Gold

Located in Jesmond, Newcastle Upon Tyne

diamond and gemstone grading report card. This antique blue zircon solitaire ring from the 1930s is a

Category

Vintage 1930s Solitaire Rings

Materials

Diamond, Zircon, White Gold

Antique Ring Green Spinel solid 18K Gold Silver Ø 7.5US /3.6 gr
Antique Ring Green Spinel solid 18K Gold Silver Ø 7.5US /3.6 gr

Antique Ring Green Spinel solid 18K Gold Silver Ø 7.5US /3.6 gr

Located in SE

German Ring from ca. 1930s/ Art Deco period featuring an 18K Yellow Gold band with a Silver

Category

Vintage 1930s German Baroque Revival Cocktail Rings

Materials

Marcasite, Spinel, 18k Gold, Silver

Antique Ring Ruby solid 18K Gold Ø US5 / 1 gr
Antique Ring Ruby solid 18K Gold Ø US5 / 1 gr

Antique Ring Ruby solid 18K Gold Ø US5 / 1 gr

Located in SE

Beautiful four - stones Ring, likely German, hand-made ca. 1920s -1930s. Band in solid 18ct Yellow

Category

Vintage 1930s European Retro Cluster Rings

Materials

Ruby, 18k Gold

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3 Stone Diamond Ring 1930s For Sale on 1stDibs

There is a broad range of 3 stone diamond ring 1930s for sale on 1stDibs. All of the items for sale were constructed with extraordinary care, often using Platinum, Gold and 18k Gold. The designs in our inventory of 3 stone diamond ring 1930s bearing Art Deco or Victorian hallmarks are very popular. Tiffany & Co., Alabaster and Wilson and Cartier each produced beautiful examples of these items that are worth considering. A selection of round cut, old european cut and emerald cut can be found today on these pages. Most of our 3 stone diamond ring 1930s for sale are for women, but there are 102 pieces available to browse for men.

How Much are 3 Stone Diamond Ring 1930s?

Prices for 3 stone diamond ring 1930s can differ depending upon size, time period and other attributes — at 1stDibs, these accessories begin at $333 and can go as high as $300,000, while 3 stone diamond ring 1930s, on average, fetch $4,998.

The Legacy of Diamond in Jewelry Design

Antique diamond rings, diamond tiaras and dazzling vintage diamond earrings are on the wish lists of every lover of fine jewelry. And diamonds and diamond jewelry are primarily associated with storybook engagements and red-carpet grand entrances — indeed, this ultra-cherished gemstone has a dramatic history on its hands.

From “A Diamond Is Forever” to “Diamonds Are a Girl’s Best Friend,” pop culture has ingrained in our minds that diamonds are the most desired, the most lasting and the most valuable gemstone. But what makes the diamond so special? Each stone — whether it’s rubies, sapphires or another stone — is unique and important in its own right. April babies might claim diamonds for themselves, but just about everyone wants this kind of sparkle in their lives!

There are several factors that set diamonds apart from other stones, and these points are important to our gem education.

Diamonds are minerals. They are made up of almost entirely of carbon (carbon comprises 99.95 percent; the remainder consists of various trace elements). Diamonds are the hardest gemstones, ranking number 10 on the Mohs Hardness Scale. Even its name, diamond, is rooted in the Greek adamas, or unconquerable. The only object that can scratch a diamond is another diamond. Diamonds are formed deep within the earth at very high temperatures (1,652–2,372 degrees Fahrenheit at depths between 90 and 120 miles beneath the earth’s surface) and are carried up by volcanic activity. Diamonds are quite rare, according to the Gemological Institute of America, and only 30 percent of all the diamonds mined in the world are gem quality.

In the 1950s, the Gemological Institute of America developed the 4Cs grading system to classify diamonds: clarity, color, cut and carat weight. Not all diamonds are created equal (there are diamonds, and then there are diamonds). The value of the diamond depends on the clarity (flawless diamonds are very rare but a diamond's value decreases if there are many blemishes or inclusions), color (the less color the higher the grade), cut (how the diamond’s facets catch the light, certain cuts of diamonds show off the stone better than others) and carat weight (the bigger, the better).

When you start shopping for a diamond engagement ring, always prioritize the cut, which plays the largest role in the diamond's beauty (taking the time to clean your diamond ring at least every six months or so plays a role in maintaining said beauty). And on 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

Shop antique and vintage diamond rings, diamond necklaces and other extraordinary diamond jewelry on 1stDibs.  

Finding the Right Rings for You

Antique and vintage rings have long held a special place in the hearts of fine jewelry lovers all over the world.

No matter their origin or specific characteristics, rings are timeless, versatile accessories. They’ve carried deep meaning since at least the Middle Ages, when diamond rings symbolized strength and other kinds of rings were worn to signify romantic feelings or to denote an affiliation with a religious order. Rings have also forever been emblematic of eternity.

Over time, rings have frequently taken the form of serpents, which have long been associated with eternal life, health and renewal. Italian luxury jewelry house Bulgari has become famous for its widely loved Serpenti motif, for example, and its Serpenti ring, like the other accessories in the collection, began as an homage to jewelry of the Roman and Hellenistic eras. The serpent is now a popular motif in fine jewelry. Jewelry devotees have long pined for rings adorned with reptiles, thanks to antique Victorian rings — well, specifically, Queen Victoria’s illustrious engagement ring, which took the form of a gold snake set with rubies, diamonds and an emerald (her birthstone). Designs for Victorian-era engagement rings often featured repoussé work and chasing, in which patterns are hammered into the metal.

Engagement rings, which are reliably intimidating to shop for, are still widely recognized as symbols of love and commitment. On 1stDibs, a range of buying guides can be found for those in the market for antique engagement ringsvintage engagement rings or Art Deco engagement rings

The most collectible antique engagement rings and vintage engagement rings are those from the Victorian, Edwardian and Art Deco eras. Named for the monarchies of the four King Georges, who in succession ruled England starting in 1714 (plus King William’s reign), antique Georgian rings, be they engagement rings or otherwise, are also coveted by collectors. Pearls, along with colored gemstones like garnets, rubies and sapphires, were widely used in Georgian jewelry. The late-1700s paste jewelry was a predecessor to what we now call fashion or costume jewelry

The Art Nouveau movement (1880–1910) brought with it rings inspired by the natural world. Antique Art Nouveau rings might feature depictions of winged insects and fauna as well as women, who were simultaneously eroticized and romanticized, frequently with long flowing hair. Art Deco jewelry, on the other hand, which originated during the 1920s and ’30s, is by and large “white jewelry.” White metals, primarily platinum, were favored over yellow gold in the design of antique Art Deco rings and other accessories as well as geometric motifs, with women drawn to the era’s dazzling cocktail rings in particular.

Whether you’re hunting down a chunky classic for a Prohibition-themed cocktail party or seeking a clean contemporary design to complement your casual ensemble, find an exquisite collection of antique, new and vintage rings on 1stDibs.